Marketing Plan
Manual for a Tiny Future: *Quantum Superpowers
*A grassroots strategy for visibility, credibility, and steady sales*
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## Big Idea (Read This First)
Let’s be blunt: **no one is waiting for your children’s book to drop.**
That’s not pessimism—that’s freedom.
With *Manual for a Tiny Future: Quantum Superpowers*, the goal isn’t to “launch big.” The goal is to **embed the book where curiosity already lives**: classrooms, libraries, STEM communities, parent networks, and kids who love big ideas explained simply.
This book wins by being:
– Smart but playful
– Educational without feeling like homework
– Timely (quantum science is having a moment)
Your marketing should reflect that same energy.
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## Target Audience (Primary + Hidden Buyers)
### Primary Readers
– Kids ages **8–12**
– Curious, science‑loving, question‑asking types
– Fans of *The Magic School Bus*, *Ada Twist, Scientist*, *What If?*, YouTube science explainers
### Actual Buyers (This Matters More)
– Parents (especially STEM‑leaning millennials)
– Teachers (science + gifted programs)
– Librarians
– STEM nonprofits and after‑school programs
– Science communicators looking for kid‑friendly material
**Marketing should speak to adults. The book speaks to kids.**
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## Core Message (Keep It Tight)
> *“Quantum physics isn’t scary. It’s a superpower—and kids can understand it.”*
Every post, pitch, and email should reinforce:
– Curiosity over complexity
– Wonder over intimidation
– Science as imagination fuel
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## Phase 1: Foundation (Week 1–2)
### 1. Author as Guide, Not Salesperson
Position yourself as:
– “The adult who explains hard science without talking down to kids”
– Not “Buy my book,” but “Here’s a cool idea your kid will love”
Platforms to focus on (pick **one or two**):
– Instagram (parents + teachers)
– TikTok (science clips + visuals)
– LinkedIn (educators, librarians, STEM orgs)
**Content ideas:**
– “Explaining quantum entanglement with socks”
– “One quantum idea your kid already understands”
– Short videos or slides, not ads
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### 2. Create a Simple Home Base
You don’t need a fancy website.
You *do* need:
– A one‑page site or Linktree with:
– Book description
– Age range
– Why it exists
– Where to buy
– A downloadable **freebie**:
– “1 Quantum Superpower Explained for Kids”
– Printable worksheet or mini activity
This turns curiosity into email signups.
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## Phase 2: Organic Reach (Week 3–8)
### 3. Teachers & Librarians Are Your Growth Hack
They are under‑marketed and over‑influential.
**Actions:**
– Email 50–100 elementary school teachers (science, gifted, library)
– Pitch isn’t sales—it’s value:
> “I wrote a kid‑friendly book explaining quantum ideas without equations. Happy to share a free chapter or do a short virtual read‑along.”
Many will say no. A few will say yes.
Those yeses matter.
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### 4. STEM Communities & Nonprofits
Target:
– STEM clubs
– Science museums (education departments)
– Coding camps
– Homeschool networks
Offer:
– Free PDF chapter
– Virtual Q&A for kids
– Bulk discounts (even small ones)
**Position the book as a teaching tool, not a product.**
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### 5. Parent‑Led Discovery
Parents trust other parents more than ads.
Encourage:
– Early readers to post photos or quotes
– Short testimonials (“My 9‑year‑old asked me what atoms are made of after this”)
Create a simple hashtag:
**#QuantumSuperpowersKids**
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## Phase 3: Earned Attention (Ongoing)
### 6. Podcasts, Blogs & Newsletters
You don’t need *big* media. You need *relevant* media.
Pitch:
– Parenting podcasts
– Science communication newsletters
– Education blogs
– Homeschool YouTube channels
Angle:
> “Why kids should learn quantum ideas before algebra”
That’s a conversation starter.
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### 7. Seasonal Hooks (Free Visibility)
Tie the book to moments:
– Back‑to‑school
– Science fairs
– World Quantum Day (April 14)
– Summer reading lists
Pitch librarians and bloggers during these windows.
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## Sales Channels (Keep It Simple)
– Amazon (paperback + ebook)
– Direct sales via Gumroad or Shopify (higher margin)
– Bulk orders for schools (email invoicing)
Don’t overcomplicate distribution early. Visibility beats optimization.
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## What NOT to Do
– Don’t run ads before organic traction
– Don’t spam social media with “buy now”
– Don’t chase viral moments
– Don’t pretend this is about overnight success
Children’s books sell **slowly and steadily** when done right.
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## Success Metrics (Realistic & Healthy)
Forget bestseller lists.
Track:
– Email signups
– Teacher/librarian responses
– Organic mentions
– Monthly sales growth (even small)
If 10 kids genuinely love the book, you’re doing it right.
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## Final Take
*Manual for a Tiny Future: Quantum Superpowers* doesn’t need hype.
It needs **trust, curiosity, and patience**.
The smartest move isn’t shouting louder—it’s **showing up where learning already happens** and becoming a familiar, helpful voice.
Build that, and the book sells itself.
**The future is tiny. Market accordingly.**
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